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What Types of Insurance Do Storage Companies Need?

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Storage companies provide a valuable service to individuals and businesses alike, offering a safe and secure place to store belongings. However, like any business, storage companies are exposed to a variety of risks. From fires and floods to theft and vandalism, there are many things that can go wrong and damage the property stored in their facilities. That’s why it’s important for storage companies to have the right insurance in place. Insurance can help storage companies avoid losing money if something bad happens. By having the right insurance coverage, storage…

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What is the homeowners insurance 80/20 rule everyone is talking about?

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Homeowners insurance - What is the 80-20 rule

It seems that everyone agrees that this is a solid strategy, but what exactly is it referring to? Trying to purchase the ideal homeowners insurance coverage can easily feel overwhelming, as there is a great deal to take into account, and most people don’t have a tremendous amount of experience in all its intricacies. The coverage is meant to protect you financially against home damage, burglaries or liability. The 80/20 rule is a strategy meant to help simplify that process and ensure that the right amount of homeowners insurance coverage…

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Halloween safety tips you can really use this year

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When it comes to this holiday, the key is to make sure the scary parts are all just make-believe. As the country gets ready to celebrate the spookiest time of the year, the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) has shared a number of helpful Halloween safety tips to make sure everyone has fun without harm or property damage. The APCIA reminds drivers and property owners that a few simple steps can make all the difference. Just a few basic precautions for Halloween safety can help to prevent major accidents…

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Is your house and home insurance ready for a strong El Niño?

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The last time there was a similar El Niño event, the increased rainfall doubled claims at Mercury. As of this month, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a statement predicting a significant El Niño event, which has insurers bracing for increased home insurance claims. The conditions are already building, and strength is only expected to rise as winter gets nearer. El Niño is a type of abnormally warm Pacific Ocean temperature near the equator. When this happens, though the change in temperature may seem slight, the impact on…

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Colorado Homeowners Insurance Rates Experience a Staggering Uptick

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Both house and condo owners have been watching their premiums head through their roofs. Condo owners in Louisville, Colorado have been reporting that their homeowners insurance rates have skyrocketed by 700 percent. This isn’t an isolated incident, as rates throughout the state have been rapidly rising this year. Colorado homeowners insurance premiums have been going up for a number of reasons, but they are mainly being linked to high inflation in addition to increasingly common and destructive wildfires, floods, and hailstorms. State Rep. Kyle Brown, a resident of Louisville, Colorado,…

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